What is Aikido & Its Ancient Roots

Aikido is an elegant and effective Japanese martial art rooted in centuries of tradition. Rather than meeting force with force, you'll learn to find harmony with movement, redirecting energy through techniques applied with grace and precision – joint locks, throws, and controlling balance. It’s about leveraging timing and technique, not relying on size or strength. 

These intelligent methods evolved from Aiki-Jujitsu, a sophisticated system developed by Japan's historical Samurai class, refined into the art of Aikido we practice today. If you are searching for martial arts in Burlington for fitness, self-defense, or mental focus, Seikeikan offers a unique alternative to competitive sports. Unlike other martial arts schools, our focus is on cooperation, traditional discipline, and practical self-defense techniques that work for all body types.

Seikeikan Yoshinkan Aikido  

Yoshinkan Aikido, founded by Gozo Shioda Kancho is renowned worldwide for its:

• Structure and Precision: Learn effective techniques through clear, supportive instruction, making progress feel natural and achievable.

• Effectiveness: Develop real-world skills for personal safety, building confidence through practical application. Its proven effectiveness is why it's trusted by professionals, including police forces.  Gozo Shioda' s Aikido is mandatory for the Tokyo riot police.

• Focus, Awareness & Spirit: Cultivate mental clarity, calmness under pressure, heightened awareness, and a resilient spirit – skills valuable in all aspects of life.

Take the First Step: You don’t need any prior experience, just a curiosity to learn! Step onto the mat with us here in Burlington and discover the confidence, grace, history, and personal growth Yoshinkan Aikido offers. Find harmony within yourself and join our supportive community.  

Yoshinkan Aikido at Seikeikan is not a sport, it is it is a martial art which develops Spirit, Grace, and  Harmony.   At Seikeikan you will hone and develop your character through the practice of Aikido.